Rising Energy Demand and Renewable Transition in Southern Europe

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This episode examines how climate change is reshaping energy needs in southern Europe. As cooling demand surges—projected to reach 71% of the EU total—countries like Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece face mounting pressure on their energy systems. We discuss the risks of blackouts, shrinking hydropower potential, and extreme weather, while highlighting Portugal’s progress in renewable energy and the EU’s urgent push toward its 2030 targets.